Jackson, TN – Caleb Williams a student at JCM Early College High has been selected for the high school Honors Performance Series at Carnegie Hall.
According to a press release from Greg D. Hammond – Jackson-Madison County School System – chief of public information, Caleb will perform tenor in February with the Honors Concert Choir. Participation in the Honors Ensembles is limited to the highest-rated young performers from across the world.
Caleb auditioned for the Honors Performance Series and was recently accepted after a review by the Honors Selection Board. Acceptance to the elite group is a direct result of the talent, dedication, and achievements demonstrated in their application and audition recording.
Caleb has studied music five years and is a member of the JCM High School Honor Choir, The Voices of Unity, and the Walnut Grove Church choirs.
During his time with JCM’s Choral department, Caleb has also been selected for the Murray State University Quad State High School Honor choir for two consecutive years.
In response to his selection, Caleb said, “This opportunity is one of the greatest to ever happen to me.”
Caleb will join performers from across the U.S, Canada, and internationally for a special performance at the world-famous Carnegie Hall, a venue that marks the pinnacle of musical achievement.
The finalists will come together in New York City where they will have the opportunity to learn from world-renowned conductors, work with other performers, and get a taste of New York.
The Honors Performance will take place February 10, 2024 and is open to the public. Tickets can be purchased beginning approximately 60 days prior to the performance through the Carnegie Hall box office.
“Being selected to the Honors Performance Series is something each Finalist should be extremely proud of accomplishing,” said Marion Gomez, Music Director for the Honors Performance Series. “We processed nearly 10,000 nominations this year and have selected the most talented student performers from around the world. Working with these conductors and performing at these renowned music halls is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that these musicians will never forget.”
The Honors Performance Series was created to showcase accomplished individual student performers on an international level by allowing them to study under master conductors and perform in world renowned venues.
The Honors Performance Series is proudly presented by WorldStrides, the nation’s leading educational travel organization. Learn more by visiting www.honorsperformance.org and www.worldstrides.com.
(PHOTO: Caleb Williams a student at JCM Early College High has been selected for the high school Honors Performance Series at Carnegie Hall)
